Promotion

Definition

Promotion refers to the act of raising someone to a higher position or rank or the act of furthering the growth or development of something.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /prəˈmoʊʃən/
• Respelling: pruh-MOH-shun (with "pruh" as in "product," "MOH" as in "mow," and "shun" as in "mission")

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /prəˈməʊʃən/
• Respelling: pruh-MOH-shun (similar to American English, with "pruh" as in "product," "MOH" as in "mow," and "shun" as in "mission")

In both dialects, "promotion" is pronounced with the primary stress on the second syllable, "MOH." The pronunciation highlights this part clearly, maintaining consistency across both American and British English.

Etymology

The word "promotion" derives from the Latin "promovere", where "pro-" means forward and "movere" means to move. Thus, it refers to moving something or someone forward, elevating in rank or status.

Derivatives

• Promote
• Promoter
• Promotionally
• Promotive
• Demotion (opposite action)

Synonyms

• Advancement
• Elevation
• Upgrade

Antonyms

• Demotion
• Downgrade
• Regression

Usage

The term "promotion" is commonly used in a professional context to describe the advancement of an employee's rank or position. It can also be used to describe activities that help advance a cause, product, or idea.

Related Terms

• Marketing
• Advertisement
• Endorsement

Detailed Definition

• Professional Advancement: The elevation of an individual's rank or position within an organizational hierarchy.‍
• Example: Sarah received a promotion to the role of Manager after working diligently for five years.

• Furtherance of a Cause or Product: Activities aimed at raising awareness, fostering growth, or driving sales of a product, service, or idea.
• Example: The company launched a new promotion to boost the sales of their latest product.

• Encouragement of a particular activity or cause: The act of supporting, endorsing, or fostering a particular activity or cause.
• Example: The promotion of health and well-being is the primary aim of the organization.